Unitek Learning, a leading provider of healthcare education and workforce development, has announced new educational opportunities for employees of Carson Tahoe Health in Northern Nevada. Through Unitek College, the programs include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Practical Nursing (PN), and Medical Assisting (MA), designed to help working adults advance their careers while addressing the ongoing need for skilled healthcare professionals in the region. The initiative was created in response to feedback from Carson Tahoe employees seeking flexible options to continue their education without stepping away from patient care. By combining online coursework with hands-on clinical training, Unitek College’s blended learning model provides the convenience and structure needed to balance work and study effectively.
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Jeff Conlon, Chief Executive Officer of Unitek Learning, explained that the programs were specifically designed for working adults. He stated that Carson Tahoe employees expressed a need for educational pathways that could fit into their work schedules and allow them to gain degrees while maintaining their responsibilities in patient care. The combination of online and in-person training offered by Unitek College meets that need while supporting Carson Tahoe Health’s commitment to investing in its workforce and enhancing healthcare delivery. Michelle Miller, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Carson Tahoe Health, added that the programs give employees a clear path to professional growth while continuing to serve patients.
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The BSN and PN programs allow participants to start with online courses before moving to in-person laboratory instruction and supervised clinical experience. The PN program can be completed in as little as one year, providing a rapid entry into the nursing field, while the BSN program can be completed in three years with the first year entirely online. Graduates are prepared to provide high-quality, compassionate care across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. Carson Tahoe employees can also enroll in the MA program, which offers online coursework paired with practical lab training. Students earn multiple certifications including OSHA/BBP, HIPAA, Phlebotomy, and EKG and are prepared to sit for national certification exams such as the Certified Medical Assistant and Registered Medical Assistant.
Rural hospitals in Nevada face significant staffing challenges, with vacancy rates for nursing positions in rural areas nearly double those in urban regions, according to the Nevada Hospital Association 2024 Workforce Report. Limited access to local training programs remains a key barrier. By bringing flexible educational programs directly to Carson Tahoe Health employees, Unitek College helps bridge this gap, empowering healthcare workers to earn new credentials, advance their careers, and strengthen the quality of care available to Northern Nevada communities.
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